1989 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (75 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Thalia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Renault Thalia (105 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. (102 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Charade. 2012 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 1989 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 1989 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Charade | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | Charade | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2473 mm |
